Automotive Service Technician Apprentice
ID: #
49782426
DIAL A TIRE(2025)
Posted:June 23, 2026
Expires:July 15, 2026
Description
- Location: Various locations Halifax , , NS Bedford , , NS
- Work location: On site
- Salary: $ 30.00 to $ 40.00 HOUR hourly (To be negotiated) / 40 hours per week
- Job Type: Full Time
- Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend, Overtime available
- Starts as soon as possible
- Vacancies: 3
Languages
English
Education
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- or equivalent experience
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Green job
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The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.
Work site environment
- Dusty
- Outdoors
- Dirty
- Hot
- Noisy
Work setting
- Workshop
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
- Discuss work with supervisor
- Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
- Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
- Review work orders
- Road test motor vehicles
- Test automotive systems and components
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
- Repair or replace mechanical units or components
- Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer’s specifications
- Estimate parts and labour cost to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs
- Perform scheduled maintenance service
- Test and adjust units to specifications
- Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
- Complete reports to record problems and work performed
- Provide customer service
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Tire, wheel and rim mechanic
Apprenticeship training
- Pre-apprenticeship training
- Level one apprenticeship training
- Level two apprenticeship training
- Level three apprenticeship training
- Level four apprenticeship training
Experience and specialization
Area of specialization
- Engine repair
- 4-wheel drive
- Diagnostics
- Alignment, steering and suspension
- Brake system
- Hydraulic system
- Fuel and emission system
- Ignition and electrical system
- Automatic transmission
- Standard transmission
- Engine repair and overhaul
- Drive train components
- Welding
- Machining
- Imported vehicles
- Front end components
- Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system
Additional information
Security and safety
- Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation/travel information
- Valid driver’s licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Attention to detail
- Manual dexterity
- Standing for extended periods
Own tools/equipment
- Tools
- Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
- Client focus
- Dependability
- Excellent oral communication
- Reliability
- Team player
- Punctuality
Benefits
Health benefits
- Health care plan
Financial benefits
- Bonus
- Group insurance benefits
- Mileage paid
Other benefits
- Free parking available
- Learning/training paid by employer
- On-site amenities
- Other benefits
- Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
- Team building opportunities
- Parking available
- Variable or compressed work week